The milk star is a bulbous plant that is grown as a garden plant or indoors. Some varieties are not hardy and are therefore grown as houseplants. Unfortunately, many species of milk star are poisonous and therefore not suitable for households with children and pets.
All parts of the milk star are poisonous
The milk star is poisonous
All parts of the plant contain steroids that affect the heart. Serious poisoning can result if parts of the plant are swallowed. People and animals such as cats, dogs and rodents are at risk.
The onion of the milk star is particularly poisonous. If you want to overwinter the tubers, make sure that neither children nor pets can get to them.
However, it is better not to take care of the milk star anyway if there are small children and animals in the family.
tips
The orange milk star (Ornithogalum dubium) is the most common in this country. It bears flowers in bright orange and spreads a pleasant, light scent.